2012 Hitchhiker Discover America recall: equipment
Nu Wa Industries, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 1, 2012. It covers about 3 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 3
- reported
- Mar 1, 2012
- owners notified
- Mar 7, 2012
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Nu wa industries, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012 hitchhiker discover america recreation vehicles, manufactured from october 10, 2011 through january 30, 2012, equipped with electric/hydraulic (e/h) brake actuator pumps. Some of these pumps may not have been properly heat treated. This condition can cause premature wear of some critical components in these pumps which can render the unit inoperable.
- Risk
- The e/h brake actuator provides braking power to the trailer brakes. Failure of the actuator can result in the loss of braking effort by the trailer, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Nu wa will notify owners, and dexter axle company will replace actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact nu wa industries at 1‑800‑835‑0676.
Recall number 12V082000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 12V082000
Is there a recall on the 2012 Hitchhiker Discover America equipment?
Yes. Recall 12V082000, reported on March 1, 2012, covers about 3 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 12V082000?
Nu wa will notify owners, and dexter axle company will replace actuators, free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2012. Owners may contact nu wa industries at 1‑800‑835‑0676.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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